Airports in Virginia

Richmond International Airport (RIC)

Location

The airport is situated nine miles (14km) southeast of Richmond.

Getting to the city

The Greater Richmond Transit Company (GRTC) offers public buses to Richmond. Taxi, shuttle, and limousine services are also available outside the baggage reclaim area.

Time

GMT -5 (GMT -4 from mid-March to the first Sunday in November).

Car rental

Desks for rental car agencies are situated on the lower level of the terminal building. Represented are Alamo, Avis, Budget, Enterprise, National, Dollar, Thrifty, Payless, and Hertz.

Airport Taxis

Airport Taxi, Galaxy Cab Co. and Mimi Taxicab operate at the airport and taxis are available from the first flight departure to the last flight arrival every day. Taxis are found in the centre section of the lower level next to the North and South parking garages. Rates vary according to destination and taxi company.

Facilities

A bank located in the main lobby on the ground floor offers full service banking including foreign currency exchange. Airport facilities also include ATMs, several bars, cafes and restaurants, shops, WiFi, conference rooms, an inter-faith chapel and a Visitor's Information Center.

Parking

The hourly lot charges $2 per hour; the daily rate is $12. The economy lot is connected to the terminal via a free shuttle service and charges $7 per day.

www.flyrichmond.com

Norfolk Airport (ORF)

Location

The airport is located less than 10 miles (16km) northeast of central Norfolk.

Getting to the city

There is no public transport offered to Norfolk Airport; however, taxis, shuttles, and rental cars are available and some local hotels offer free shuttle service to guests.

Time

GMT -5 (GMT -4 from mid-March to the first Sunday in November).

Car rental

Rental cars are available from Alamo, Avis, Budget, Dollar, Enterprise, Hertz and National. The rental car offices are located in the Arrivals Terminal.

Airport Taxis

Taxis are available. The companies include Andy's Cab Co., Black and White, City Wide Cabs, Coastal Ride, Duke Cab Co. East Side Cabs, Eden Cab Co., Norfolk Checker, Oceanside Executive, Southside Cab Co., Waterside Taxi Company Inc., and Yellow Cab of Norfolk.

Facilities

Airport services include ATMs, a bank, currency exchange, mail drops, conference facilities, a lost and found, USO services, mother's rooms, and a variety of retail shops and dining options.

Parking

Short-term parking is charged at $1 every 30 minutes, with a maximum of $24 per day. Long-term parking is $1 per 30 minutes up to $10 per day.

www.norfolkairport.com

Roanoke Airport (ROA)

Location

The airport is located five miles (8km) northwest of Roanoke.

Getting to the city

The Smart Way Bus stops at Roanoke Airport every one to two hours between 6.35am and 8.35pm Monday to Saturday, making a number of stops between Roanoke and Blacksburg. Some local hotels offer free shuttle transfers for guests.

Time

GMT -5 (GMT -4 from mid-March to the first Sunday in November).

Car rental

Rental cars are available from Avis, Budget, Hertz, Enterprise, and Alamo. Offices are located on the first floor, near baggage claim.

Airport Taxis

City Cab offers a taxi service from the airport; it is advisable to call to book in advance.

Facilities

Airport facilities include ATMs, workspaces, mail drops, a pet relief area, a news and gift shop, vending machines, and various shopping and dining options. Disabled facilities are good.

Parking

Parking at Roanoke Airport is free for the first 15 minutes. Short-term parking is an extra $1 per half hour, up to $16 per day. Long-term parking is $1 per half hour, up to $9 per day.

www.flyroa.com/

Charlottesville Airport (CHO)

Location

The airport is located ten miles (16km) north of Charlottesville.

Getting to the city

There is no public transport to Charlottesville Airport. However, a dozen local hotels offer free shuttle transfers for guests, and taxis and rental cars are available. A parking shuttle operates in the parking lots day and night.

Time

GMT -5 (GMT -4 from mid-March to the first Sunday in November).

Car rental

Rental cars are available from Avis, Hertz, National, and Budget.

Airport Taxis

Yellow Cab provides metered taxi service from the airport, but flat rates are charged to a number of destinations; the fare to downtown Charlottesville is about $25.

Facilities

Terminal facilities include ATMs, conference facilities, and a number of shopping and dining options.

Parking

The first 30 minutes in the short-term lot are free. After that the rates are $2 for the first hour and $1 per 30 minutes thereafter, up to a daily maximum of $13. The long-term lot charges $13 per day, while the economy lot charges $9 per day. There is a parking shuttle for transport to the terminal from outlying parking lots.

www.gocho.com

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